Principal Program Manager

We are seeking an experienced Principal Program Manager to join our team on a full-time contract basis through December 2026, with the potential for extension based on business needs and project demands. This is an exciting opportunity to lead large-scale enterprise AI implementation programs for a global technology client, working at the forefront of generative AI adoption. The successful candidate will partner with cross-functional teams to drive strategic planning, governance, program execution, and organizational change, helping clients successfully integrate AI capabilities into their business operations while delivering measurable outcomes. Strategic Implementation Leadership • Orchestrate large-scale implementation programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical requirements • Develop comprehensive adoption plan to address change management, skill development, and process optimization • Establish governance models, success metrics, and scalable roadmaps for embedding generative AI capabilities throughout client organizations. Program Management Excellence • Lead cross-functional teams of consultants, engineers, and subject matter experts in executing complex implementation programs with disciplined methodology and predictable outcomes • Manage concurrent workstreams while ensuring integration points are properly managed and dependencies are addressed proactively • Create and operationalize risk mitigation strategies that anticipate technical, organizational, and adoption challenges before they impact program success Maintain awareness and visibility into progress. • Facilitate cross-functional, cross-program syncs, steering committee reviews, governance reviews, executive-level business reviews to demonstrate progress, confirm alignment on priorities, and evolve implementation approaches based on emerging needs Qualifications: Experience & Education • 10+ years of progressive experience in program/project management with at least 5 years managing enterprise software implementations • Experience with program and portfolio management with either Scrum@Scale, SAFe, DA, or LeSS frameworks. Technical & Domain Knowledge • Deep understanding of AI/ML technologies, particularly generative AI applications in enterprise contexts and their integration requirements • Demonstrated ability to navigate complex technical architectures and data ecosystems while balancing security, governance, and performance considerations. Leadership & Business Acumen • Ability to drive strong accountability and urgency on driving progress and achieving outcomes. • Skilled at driving discipline in compliance with frameworks, methodologies, documentation and stage-gates for program and project execution. • Ability to influence peripheral teams to accelerate progress by making your program tasks a higher priority. Location ● Canada (All time zones) Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Include the job title of the role you are applying for in the subject line.

The Principal Program Manager will lead large-scale enterprise AI implementation programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical requirements. They will partner with cross-functional teams to drive strategic planning, governance, and program execution.

Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in program/project management, with at least 5 years in managing enterprise software implementations. A deep understanding of AI/ML technologies, particularly generative AI applications, is essential.

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Program Management
• AI
• Generative AI
• Change Management
• Risk Mitigation
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Governance
• Strategic Planning
• Software Implementation
• Technical Architecture
• Data Ecosystems
• Scrum@Scale
• SAFe
• DA
• LeSS
• Accountability

• Technology
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting
• Data & Analytics
• Software

Expérience minimale

10+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level

Mode de candidature

La candidature directe est offerte